Outreach Case Manager/ Direct Care Specialist

MountainOne; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

MountainOne in Pittsfield is seeking a dedicated individual for youth case management. The role involves managing a caseload, coordinating treatment plans with various stakeholders, and supervising youths in community settings.

The ideal candidate should have 2 years of experience in case management or working with children/adolescents, and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred. CPR and First Aid certification are required within the first 3 months.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience working in case management or with children/adolescents and families.
• Knowledge of WRAP curriculum preferred.
• CPR, First Aid, and MAP certification needed within first 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned caseload and coordinate treatment plans.
• Implement treatment strategies and provide transportation as needed.
• Complete relevant paperwork and participate in staff meetings.

Skills

Case management

Collaboration with families

Treatment plan implementation

CPR and First Aid Certification

Advocacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s in human services-related field

Job description

Bachelor's Degree results on higher wage - Position is first shift, weekdays!

Essential Job Functions

I. Direct Care:

• Case management of assigned caseload
• Coordination and collaboration with youths, families, residential treatment providers, clinicians and other providers regarding treatment plan development, strategies for intervention and implementation
• Implement treatment plan and treatment strategies
• Outreach to child/family/collateral/clinical/residential contacts that comprise the youth’s team, i.e. school, court, home, residential programs and other community agencies, etc.
• Encourage and assist youths with enhancing natural supports and developing community connections
• Supervise youths in after school programs, extra curricular and other community based activities as needed
• Assist youths in attending treatment and services at the Brien Center and other relevant agencies as stated in youth’s treatment plan
• Participate in treatment meetings for youths on assigned caseload
• Advocate for youths and youth’s voice and choice
• Provide transportation to family visits, meetings, appointments, activities, etc. to facilitate implementation of treatment plan

II. Administrative Duties:

• Complete all paperwork in a timely manner
• Participate in all relevant staff meetings, supervision and required trainings
• Update supervisor on collateral contacts on a regular basis
• Complete all tasks assigned which impact the organized functioning of the program

Qualifications

• High School or equivalency required; Bachelor’s in human services-related field strongly preferred
• 2 years experience working in case-management and/or with children/adolescents and families required
• Knowledge of WRAP curriculum preferred
• CPR, First Aid and MAP Certified, or obtain CPR, First Aid and MAP certification within first 3 months of employment